Mr. Carmel Carroll Robertson

In Loving Memory Of Carmel Carroll Robertson: Carmel "Carroll" Robertson was born on February 22, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan to James Montgomery Robertson and Velma Jackson. Carroll, as he was affectionately called by family and friends was the second of three children and was predeceased by his parents and oldest brother, James Franklin Robertson. He accepted Christ at the age of 12 and was baptized at the Joseph Campau Church of Christ. He was a faithful member throughout his early years. Later in life, he committed to the Chaplain's Protestant ministry at the John D. Dingell Veterans Medical Center where the Chaplains stated, "He was a Good Man who was always the first to arrive for service." Whenever he missed a service they knew he was ill or in the hospital. Carroll was educated in Detroit's Public Schools and graduated from Northern High School as the President of the class of 1956. After graduation, he worked for Great Lakes Steel until he was drafted into the United States Army in 1961. He achieved the rank of Specialist Fifth Class (SP5). He was also a Vietnam Veteran and the recipient of several awards and commendations during his 8 years of service. He was proud of his service to the military. Following his honorable discharge in 1969 from the Army, he worked as a Letter Carrier with the United States Postal Service for 27 years until retirement in 1999. As Carroll's health declined and he moved into a few assisted living facilities, one of the most memorable was the Manoogian Manor where he was known as "Mr. Personality." He was remembered "as a compassionate and considerate" person who often was seen helping other residents, employees and their families. After years of pursuing residency in the John Dingell Veterans Medical Center in Detroit on February 21, 2012 he was admitted and that became in his "opinion his new home with his VA Military Family." Carroll was happy, especially when he could advocate for another veteran. He made many new friends not only on the 6th Floor, but throughout the building. There weren't too many people that worked or visited the VA facility that did not get to know him. He loved people and most times he was smiling, singing and happy. He had an infectious laugh that was memorable. He was very proud to be honored with the title of "Mayor of the 6th Floor North" and also well known for being the "Candy Man" who gave Demet's Turtle Candy to many people to make them smile. One of Carroll's "self appointed ministries" at the VA was to visit the sick residents of the 6th floor North and South Living Centers while they were in the hospital or ICU. He provided updates on their progress by reporting back to the veterans. He considered the residents as extended members of his family. Carroll knew he was "Loved by Family and Friends" and shared his love with a single purpose of helping others. He looked forward to visits from old friends and family, and enjoyed the many trips down memory lane. He will truly be missed!

Mr. Carmel Carroll Robertson

February 22, 1939 - December 23, 2017